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The song has been preserved and popularized by notable folk researchers and singers, most prominently , whose 2003 live recording at the Thessaloniki Concert Hall remains a definitive version. Summary of Attributes

The narrative follows a man who chooses to marry during a period of extreme inflation.

: The husband eventually loses patience, using a stick ("ksylo") to mockingly "grant" her requests by chasing her around. Popular Interpretations stis_akriveias_ton_kairo_skoptiko_apokriatiko_m...

The traditional satirical Greek Carnival song (During the Times of High Prices) is a classic example of folk satire that remains culturally relevant during the Carnival season. Rooted in the folk traditions of Central Greece (Phocis) , it humorously critiques the social and economic pressures of its time through a narrative of a disastrous marriage. Background and Significance

: The central gag is the new wife's insatiable appetite. On the first night, she eats a whole ewe; on the second, an ewe and a cow. The song has been preserved and popularized by

: Despite the "times of misery," she demands expensive items like a dress with embroidery ( gaïtani ), a hat with a veil, and bow-tied shoes.

The song belongs to the category of (mocking or satirical) Carnival songs. It is traditionally performed as a Syrto Kalamatiano in 7/8 rhythm. Through its humorous lyrics, it reflects the common people's coping mechanism—satirizing their own poverty and the high cost of living (akriveia). Lyrical Themes and Narrative On the first night, she eats a whole

Στης ακρίβειας τον καιρό – Σκωπτικό αποκριάτικο (ΜΜΘ 2003)